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Multi-Family Homes for Sale in South Salt Lake, Utah
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South Salt Lake sits in a sweet spot for small multi-family investors and house-hackers: it's bordered by Salt Lake City to the north, Millcreek to the east, and South Salt Lake's own commercial spine along State Street, with quick access to I-15, I-80, and the 2100 South freeway exits. The housing stock skews older — a lot of brick duplexes and triplexes built between World War II and the late 1960s — which keeps entry prices below comparable product in Sugar House or the Avenues while still putting tenants ten minutes from downtown Salt Lake, the University of Utah, and the airport. The S-Line streetcar running along 2200 South has reshaped the eastern edge of the city, bringing newer townhome-style multi-family product and pulling rents up along that corridor.
Buyer profiles here split into two camps. First are owner-occupants using FHA or VA financing to live in one unit and rent the others, which works well given the city's still-attainable duplex pricing. Second are smaller investors building a Wasatch Front rental portfolio who want proximity to job centers without paying Sugar House prices. Both groups need to factor in South Salt Lake's rental licensing and inspection program, which is more hands-on than surrounding cities, plus the ongoing rezoning along State Street and the streetcar that's quietly changing what some parcels can support. Browse the active multi-family listings below to see what's currently on the market.
"}]June 2026 · South Salt Lake market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in South Salt Lake right now.
Median sale
$513,250
10 closed in June 2026
Median DOM
2 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.0%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
53
active + pending
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Active listings
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Common questions
About multi-family homes in South Salt Lake.
What types of multi-family properties trade in South Salt Lake? ▾
Duplexes and triplexes are the most common, with a smaller pool of fourplexes and the occasional small apartment building. A lot of the inventory is 1940s–1960s brick construction along streets like 300 East, State Street side streets, and the area near Columbus Center. Newer townhome-style multi-family product shows up closer to the S-Line streetcar corridor.
Is South Salt Lake landlord-friendly for small investors? ▾
South Salt Lake has its own business licensing and rental dwelling inspection program separate from Salt Lake City, so owners need to register units and pass periodic inspections. Utah state law overall favors landlords on eviction timelines and lease terms, but plan on local code compliance being stricter than unincorporated county areas.
What kind of rents and cap rates are realistic here? ▾
Two-bedroom units in older duplexes typically rent in the $1,300–$1,700 range, with renovated or newer townhome-style units pushing higher. Cap rates on small multi-family here generally pencil tighter than in Ogden or Magna because of proximity to downtown SLC, the U, and the streetcar. Run your own numbers with current taxes — owner-occupied vs. non-owner-occupied rates differ meaningfully in Utah.
Can I house-hack a duplex in South Salt Lake with an FHA loan? ▾
Yes. FHA allows up to four units with 3.5% down as long as you occupy one unit as your primary residence for at least a year. South Salt Lake is one of the more practical spots in the valley to do this because entry prices on duplexes are still below what you'd pay in Sugar House or 9th and 9th.
How does the S-Line streetcar affect multi-family values? ▾
The streetcar runs from 300 East down to McClelland in Sugar House and has anchored redevelopment along its corridor. Multi-family within a few blocks of the line tends to lease faster and command a small rent premium because tenants can reach Sugar House, downtown via TRAX connections, and the U without a car.
Are there zoning rules I should check before buying? ▾
South Salt Lake has been rezoning portions of the city to encourage mixed-use and higher density, especially near State Street and the streetcar. Some legacy duplexes sit on lots that now allow more units, which matters for long-term value. Always pull the current zoning and any overlay districts from the city before assuming you can add an ADU or expand.